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  • Man and woman in brown row boat on Lake Braies and Lake is aqua

    A Perfect Weekend at Lake Braies & The Dolomites

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    A vacation to Italy doesn’t have to be beach clubs and sea views! A visit to the Dolomites and the picturesque Lake Braies offers a refreshing mountain adventure and perfect weekend! Have you heard of the South Tyrol Region of Italy? What about the Dolomites? Pretty beautiful right? But there’s more than just skiing for tourists.  The Dolomites is a perfect (and refreshing) trip to...

    July 3, 2022
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  • Italy Announces New Digital Nomad Visa

    by 'N A Perfect World...

    In order to aid with tourism revitalization and slow tourism in particular, in May, Italy will be announcing a year-long renewable digital nomad visa to non EU citizens. Years ago, when looking into residency permits in Italy, I found the process a bit archaic in regards to today’s world and digital nomads. One of the standards of self-employment required you to invest a couple...

    May 2, 2022
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    Culture, featured, Travel
  • Taormina under Mt Etna by Nneya Richards

    The Perfect Weekend in Taormina, Sicily

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    You may have heard of Taormina, a hilltop town on the east coast of Sicily because of its glitzy international film festival or as it’s one of the towns on the magical Mount Etna hiking trail. The allure of Taormina is easy to understand. It’s a picture perfect Italian town showcasing Sicily’s rich history through its architecture, dating back to all of Taormina’s former...

    March 15, 2022
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  • eating pizza with Winta

    Guide to Black Owned Italy

    by 'N A Perfect World...

    Last year I introduced Tripadvisor’s audience to my dolce vita with a Guide to Black Owned Italy. But that was just scratching the surface. Immediately after I found out about more businesses and many of you sent me others. The response was exciting and inspiring. Want to know one thing I wish people knew that I have learned while living in Italy? How diverse...

    March 2, 2022
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  • A couple kissing in front of brick column on Lake Garda

    10 Romantic Getaways for Valentine’s Day (And How to Recreate them at Home!)

    by 'N A Perfect World...

    Valentine’s Day 2022 is coming up and while we all thought we’d be traveling the world by now, Omicron is rearing its head. Here are 10 Romantic Getaways near and far for you to consider for Valentine’s Day. And, if travel is up in the air for you right now, here are some tips for you to recreate that special getaway at home! Verona,...

    January 13, 2022
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  • Woman Looking over Bell Rock Trailhead in Sedona Red Rock scenery behind her

    Sedona Energy Vortexes – A Guide to Perfect Vibrations

    by 'N A Perfect World...

    Here’s a trip to consider for the start of your new year: the Sedona energy vortexes. Sometimes you travel for enlightenment or peace of mind. To find yourself. This can happen on any trip but there are certain parts of the world that are known as spiritual centers to “speed up” the process. Pilgrimages to Mecca. Seekers in India. The metaphysical vibrations with the...

    January 4, 2022
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  • Nneya in front of Pendry Christmas Tree

    A Perfect 2021 Travel-Inspired Holiday Gift Guide

    by 'N A Perfect World...

    Here is a 2021 perfect travel-inspired holiday gift guide for the wanderer in your life. We’re in the throws of the holiday season with a week left until Christmas. If you’re anything like me, shopping is easy breezy and then last minute express orders. People often wonder what to get for travelers as they spend time touring the world and seeing cool stuff. Well,...

    December 16, 2021
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  • Closed Umbrellas on Beach in Calabria

    What To Know Before Booking Your September Italian Travel 2021

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    September is a great time to travel to Italy this 2021, but with Italy reinstating Covid-19 restrictions for American visitors, here’s what you should know before heading to Italy. Umbrellas are closing, summer in Italy is coming to an end. But the summer season isn’t officially over yet. Often times, that makes for the best time to visit the country. My first time in...

    September 2, 2021
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    The Perfect Summer Dress: Sicily Debut

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    I found the perfect summer dress! A google search lead me to it. It’s Simone Rocha x H&M. With so many people asking me about the dress — even before I posted our engagement photos — I decided to post about this summer dress because I’m kind of obsessed with it and the look. You’ll probably be seeing a lot of it this summer!...

    July 2, 2021
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  • Girl and floating top, hot air balloons, teotihuacan pyramids in front

    The Perfect Weekend in Mexico City

    by 'N A Perfect World...

    Love exploring cities? Here’s a perfect travel guide to Mexico City. You guys know how much I love Mexico. My love of Sayulita actually started my travel writing career. This time around, I was able to explore a very different side of the country than the coasts. With just a 4.5 hour flight from NYC, less from LA, head to this amazing cosmopolitan city...

    June 10, 2021
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Man and woman in brown row boat on Lake Braies and Lake is aqua
July 3, 2022

A Perfect Weekend at Lake Braies & The Dolomites

A vacation to Italy doesn’t have to be beach clubs and sea views! A visit to the Dolomites and...

by 'N A Perfect World...
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May 2, 2022

Italy Announces New Digital Nomad Visa

In order to aid with tourism revitalization and slow tourism in particular, in May, Italy will be announcing a...

by 'N A Perfect World...
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Taormina under Mt Etna by Nneya Richards
March 15, 2022

The Perfect Weekend in Taormina, Sicily

You may have heard of Taormina, a hilltop town on the east coast of Sicily because of its glitzy...

by 'N A Perfect World...
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eating pizza with Winta
March 2, 2022

Guide to Black Owned Italy

Last year I introduced Tripadvisor’s audience to my dolce vita with a Guide to Black Owned Italy. But that...

by 'N A Perfect World...
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Taormina under Mt Etna by Nneya Richards

The Perfect Weekend in Taormina, Sicily

Published by 'N A Perfect World...

You may have heard of Taormina, a hilltop town on the east coast of Sicily because of its glitzy international film festival or as it’s one of the towns...

March 15, 2022
Comments 7
featured, Guides, Travel
eating pizza with Winta

Guide to Black Owned Italy

Published by 'N A Perfect World...

Last year I introduced Tripadvisor’s audience to my dolce vita with a Guide to Black Owned Italy. But that was just scratching the surface. Immediately after I found out...

March 2, 2022
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Culture, featured, Guides, Travel
Woman Looking over Bell Rock Trailhead in Sedona Red Rock scenery behind her

Sedona Energy Vortexes – A Guide to Perfect Vibrations

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Here’s a trip to consider for the start of your new year: the Sedona energy vortexes. Sometimes you travel for enlightenment or peace of mind. To find yourself. This...

January 4, 2022
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Culture, featured, Guides, Health, Travel

The Perfect Weekend In Western Kentucky

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Bourbon and Bards, Caves and Corvettes. If you just thought of fried chicken, you’re missing out. Here’s a guide to a weekend in Bowling Green and Louisville, Kentucky. Something...

November 18, 2021
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Girl and floating top, hot air balloons, teotihuacan pyramids in front

The Perfect Weekend in Mexico City

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Love exploring cities? Here’s a perfect travel guide to Mexico City. You guys know how much I love Mexico. My love of Sayulita actually started my travel writing career....

June 10, 2021
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Perfect Afternoon in Crema

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Fan of “Call Me By Your Name?” Then you might know the Italian city of Crema! Want a list of things to do in Crema? Here’s your guide to...

March 30, 2021
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SAVE THIS POST - a 45 minute hike to a little slic SAVE THIS POST - a 45 minute hike to a little slice of paradise. If you’re on the east coast of #Sicily, make time to visit Riserva Naturale CAVAGRANDE del Cassible. It’s not easy trekking and it’s definitely hard coming up. But so worth it.

What’s the longest you’ve trekked for a swimming day?

#cavagrandedelcassibile #sicilia #naperfectworld 

Honestly the hardest part is coming up.
Say Turquoise Water 10 times fast and remix this!! Say Turquoise Water 10 times fast and remix this!!! 🗽

#behindthescenes #blooperreel #newyorkwater (it’s what makes the bagels good!)
Like @phaedraparks on #rhugt i do deeply love wear Like @phaedraparks on #rhugt i do deeply love wearing a @juliaclancey turban to breakfast. Mamma mia Sicilia just hits differently. 😘

#ragusaibla #sicilia #naperfectworld #blacktravelfeed
#TravelTuesday HOW HAS YOUR FLIGHT EXPERIENCE BEEN #TravelTuesday HOW HAS YOUR FLIGHT EXPERIENCE BEEN THIS SUMMER? I met a woman who had her baggage lost on 3 consecutive trips! If your flight is delayed (at least 3 hrs) or canceled in the EU, do you know you’re entitled to up to 600€ of compensation (@scaglione_michele doesn’t miss a beat on technicalities and told me about this and the rules years ago). US customers don’t have this protection but the Dept of Transportation wants to change that. On August 22nd the Aviation Consumer Protection Advisory Committee is hosting a virtual meeting to discuss this proposal.

#travelwoes #summertravel #traveltips
Color scheme this weekend, #sardinianblues. 💙🌊
Have you ever been to the Italian island of #Sardinia? Would you be interested in some of my favorite spots?

#naperfectworld #americaninitaly #sardegna #stintino #santateresadigallura
It's been a wild summer... But stay rooted! The fr It's been a wild summer... But stay rooted! The fruits of your harvest are coming! 😘 Have you ever tried journaling or manifesting? What about simply being present and clearing your mind, the pen to paper way? @berootedco has been a 🙏🏾 this summer, planning a wedding, traveling, I'm touching base with my #BeRootedCo daily planner and journal DAILY. Sometimes both! Sometimes even those moments of inspiration that strike me on my travels, tasting notes, it's all there so that will be fun to look back on.
I also just find beautiful stationery so elegant. 

So what do you think? Want to try going analog with me?

#travelwriter #traveljournal #manifestation
#weddingseason 😍 A wonderful Sunday celebrating #weddingseason 😍 A wonderful Sunday celebrating our friends Martina and Giorgio. DO YOU HAVE ANY WEDDINGS COMING UP THIS SUMMER? Countdown to ours! 🎉🎊 

🇺🇸🇮🇹▶️ Re that last slide and #confetti, Americans, that's the name for those Jordanian almonds that are given as favors at weddings, showers etc. I once walked into a toy and party store asking for confetti (little bits of paper) and then it made sense why the shop keeper looked at me like I was mad.

#sundaysareforlovers #traveltuesday #italianwedding
One repeat all more @beyonce new drop! #Renaissanc One repeat all more @beyonce new drop! #Renaissance! It’s a NO SKIP album for me. My faves COZY & ENERGY!  Tell me yours!!! #beyonce
Oh and the beds 😍😍😍 like you were on a cl Oh and the beds 😍😍😍 like you were on a cloud and the toiletries are @caudalie! @theyeatman has the best room views in #Porto. Here a tour of my room! If you think this is great wait until you see the property of this luxury wine hotel! 🇵🇹🍷 if you want to check it out!

#travelporto #roomwithaview #luxuryhotel #winetravel #duororiver
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The Politics of Our Black Hair

As black people much maligned for our hair, even this crown is political.

June 10, 2020
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The Perfect Weekend in Mexico CityLove exploring cities? Here’s a perfect travel guide to Mexico City. You guys know...June 10, 2021

Perfect Recipe: Jamaican SorrelAt my Uncle’s funeral in May, in addition to talking about his kindness and...July 15, 2020

How to Make Pasta for Beginners!making pasta just like your nonna!December 10, 2019

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Venice Will Charge Tourists to Enter the City Soon

by 'N A Perfect World...

Starting sometime this year, Venice will charge tourists to enter the city. There have been murmurings of this plan since around 2018. Now updates have been announced that the Italian city of Venice will charge tourists to enter the city, particularly, day-trippers later in 2022. Most Americans visiting Italy stay around 7-10 days with their time divided between Florence, Rome and Venice (add Capri or the Amalfi Coast in the summer). The city welcomes around 30 million tourists yearly and this has totally changed the social fabric of it. The negatives that you’ll hear? Crowds, floods, the price gouging of tourists, misunderstood inhospitality or lack of true Venetians in the city (around 50,000) are just a few. But guess what? Despite all of this, Venice is absolutely worth it. I will never say Venice is overrated because… just WOW. The floods? They just add to the urgency of “Venice is sinking! Get there now!” During my mother’s last pre-pandemic visit to Italy, despite a train strike, being exhausted, I insisted we go to Venice....

January 28, 2022
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Walking in a street in Taormina with pink flowers cascading down

Featured in Drew Barrymore’s DREW magazine

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It was an honor for me to be featured in the Holiday 2021 issue of DREW, Drew Barrymore’s magazine. It’s always amazing to have my work published and be recognized for my work. I also love any opportunity to showcase my love of Italy! In this package edited by Jeralyn Gerba, the magazine round up perfect vacations for families, solo travel, couples etc and...

January 10, 2022
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